St. Bartholomew’s Episcopal Church
St. Petersburg, Florida
Grace, Love, and Inclusion
♥ St. Bartholomew’s Est. 1887 – The oldest Church still worshipping in its Original Building!
♥ Reverend Ethan J. Cole, Rector
♥ Their 6 Foundations of Faith:
- Jesus Christ
- Scripture
- Common Prayer
- Sacraments
- Service
- Fellowship
♥ March 16, 2025: Ann S. Kelly shared the Mission and Vision of the Hands & Words Are Not For Hurting Project® with the congregation.
Reverend Ethan Cole, Rector
Reverend Ethan Cole, Rector —
“We were so blessed to follow the Purple Hands Project in March as an intergenerational program. The scourge of violence in our culture takes deep roots in people’s minds and souls and it can start by the negative words and actions that we use to communicate and interact with ourselves and others. The Purple Hands Project leads children and adults to understand that their words have power to harm and to heal. The pledge helps those who take it have a sense of responsibility and personal agency in the use of their own power. We believe that the teachings of Jesus show us a way of life that is grounded in peace and peacemaking. The Purple Hands Project helped us teach our children and deepen our own learning about “the peace that the world cannot give” (John 14:27). The crafts and other materials are wonderful and age-appropriate. We all enjoyed making handprints for our banner. The connection between my own hands and my promise to not use my hands or words for hurting is beautifully made with this project. We will continue to implement this work at St Bart’s.”
“Thank you, Father Ethan! I am truly honored and blessed to have this amazing opportunity to share good news, and thank you for your help in teaching and nurturing the Purple Hands Pledge® here within your church family. Thank you for your shared vision of creating a safer, kinder community and world one Purple Hands Pledge® at a time.” – Ann S. Kelly, Founder/Director
A Beautifully Built and Preserved Peaceful Place of Worship!
"Thank you, Jenni Adams (left), my dear friend, for your generosity, your spark and tireless work at St. Bartholomew's, knowing we can make a positive difference joining Hands and Hearts together one Purple Hands Pledge® at a time!" - Ann S. Kelly, Founder/Executive Director
Click the image above to read Ann's Message to the Congregation!
Serving Good Food with Smiles for everyone! Thank You, Ladies!
Purple Hands Pledge® Banner Proudly Displayed in the Community Room
Eager and Excited! Sunday School Kids learn how they can become Purple Hands Pledge® Ambassadors.
Hands & Words Are Not For Hurting Project® Resource Table
Members of the Congregation display their Purple Hands Pledges in Paint and on Purple Paper!
